Career Opportunities
Within the Chicago metropolitan area alone, Dominican University foreign language graduates might work in international corporations, government, manufacturing, travel and transportation or education.
Foreign language majors tend to be curious and eager to meet new people and experience new situations. Employers welcome employees with these traits, so the career possibilities are almost endless.
Combining foreign language study with business or education coursework increases graduates’ career options even more. But interested students should seek faculty guidance early to ensure timely completion of all degree requirements.
The Spanish major is useful in preparing for a variety of professional roles in today’s society, including:
- Adult Educator
- Attorney
- Elementary School Teacher
- Foreign Service Officer
- Health Care Professional
- High School Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- International Business Specialist
- Interpreter
- Journalist
- Law Enforcement Professional
- Social Work Professional
- Translator
- Travel and Tourism Professional